Council approves Hagen Road Rezone (Ordinance #26-56), 3–2

Hagen Road Rezone (Ordinance #26-56)

3 yes, 2 no

Alison Stroud (no), Kris Nicholl (yes), Marci Houseman (no), Cyndi Sharkey (yes), Brooke Christensen (yes)

Canyon Gate Development Agreement, Rezone, and GPA Denial

2 yes, 4 no

Alison Stroud (yes), Kris Nicholl (no), Aaron Dekeyzer (yes), Marci Houseman (no), Cyndi Sharkey (no), Brooke Christensen (no)

Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Code Amendments (Ordinance #26-55)

4 yes, 2 no

Cyndi Sharkey (yes), Brooke Christensen (yes), Marci Houseman (no), Alison Stroud (yes), Kris Nicholl (yes), Aaron Dekeyzer (no)

Consent Calendar Approval

0 yes, 0 no

Rappleye Variance Request Approval

4 yes, 0 no

Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair

4 yes, 0 no

Canyon Gate General Plan Amendment

Request to change 7.2 acres from Institutional to Medium Density Neighborhood and rezone from R-1-8 to PUD-12 for an 86-unit townhome project.

denied (2-4) · still denied

Hagan Road Rezone

11562 S., 11563 S., 11586 S. Hagan Road

A request to rezone three parcels totaling 1.79 acres from R-1-20 to R-1-20A.

approved · still approved

Hagen Road Rezone

11562, 11563, and 11586 Hagen Road

Request to rezone 1.79 acres across three parcels from R-1-20 to R-1-20A to allow farm animals.

denied (3-3) · still denied

Canyon Gate Rezone

Canyon Gate area

A request to rezone 7.2 acres from R-1-8 to PUD(12) with an associated development agreement.

Discussed — no decision yet

Rappleye Variance Request

10156 S. Majestic Canyon Road

Request for variances to construct a single-family home on slopes exceeding 30%, reduce the front setback to 5 feet, and place a driveway within the right-of-way over utility easements.

approved (4-0) · still approved

Buildable Area and Sensitive Lands

Neighbors raised strong safety concerns about building a home on a 30%+ slope, fearing landslides and road damage. City engineers and the applicant presented geotech reports and shoring requirements to ensure structural safety.

What it means: The property owner gains the ability to construct a single-family dwelling on an otherwise restricted platted lot.

Canyon Gate Townhome Development

A developer proposed an 86-unit townhome project on 7.2 acres at 9085 South, sparking debate over housing types and whether the city should mandate rental deed restrictions. Ultimately, the council voted to deny the project.

What it means: Prospective home buyers seeking medium-density housing options in Sandy.

State Mandate for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Sandy City updated its housing code to comply with a new state law requiring detached ADUs on lots over a certain size. The council added local guardrails like size caps and parking rules to balance housing needs with neighborhood character.

What it means: Homeowners seeking rental income, multi-generational housing for aging relatives, or flexible living spaces.

Hagan Road Rezone for Animal Rights

Property owners on Hagen Road requested an agricultural rezone (R-1-20A) to allow farm animals, drawing heavy opposition from neighbors citing nuisance issues like flies and rats.

What it means: The applicants seeking agricultural property rights for raising animals.

Blueprint for Progress Land Development Code Update

The council and planning commission reviewed best practices and analysis for updating Sandy's land development code.

What it means: Sandy residents and developers seeking clearer, modernized land use regulations.

CDBG Funding Allocation

The committee is looking for input on what the city should focus on for the 2027-2028 budget. This is your chance to tell them if you think money should go toward housing, infrastructure, or other community services.

What it means: Residents who rely on city-funded housing, public services, and infrastructure improvements.